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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Access Equality Index 2026: Goa Tops; AP Ranks Second and Leads Socio-Economic Security
In November 2026, the Centre for New Economics Studies (CNES) at O.P. Jindal Global University (Haryana), released the Access Equality Index (AEI) 2026, evaluating access to essential public services across 28 Indian states, with Goa topping the index at 0.68, followed by Andhra Pradesh (AP) at 0.66 and Sikkim at 0.63. 

• AP ranked first nationally in the socio-economic security pillar with 0.69, followed by Goa with 0.50. AP emerged as the highest-ranked major state in the overall index. 

About Access Equality Index (AEI) 2026:
Methodology: The index evaluates five foundational pillars using 60 indicators across 23 categories, assigning equal weight to each pillar; states scoring above 0.42 are classified as Front-Runners.
Pillars: The five pillars cover Basic Amenities (water, sanitation, housing and energy), Healthcare (medical facilities, maternal care and affordability), Education (infrastructure, enrolment and learning resources), Socio-Economic Security (employment, banking, credit, insurance and pensions) and Legal Services (police, courts, prisons and free legal aid).
AP: Despite ranking 13th nationally in per capita income,AP secured 2nd position in providing equitable access to opportunities and essential services. 

• The state recorded the highest positive access-score differential of +0.15 (actual score: 0.66; income-predicted score: 0.51), ahead of Kerala (+0.07) and Himachal Pradesh (HP) (+0.06).

NITI Aayog Launches Report on “Impact Assessment of PLI Schemes”
In November 2026, the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) released the report titled “Impact Assessment of PLI Schemes”, presenting  a sector-wise assessment of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme across all 14 sectors notified by the Government of India (GoI).

• The report highlighted that the PLI schemes in 14 sectors had completed 58% of their combined implementation period (as of March 2026), with 42% still remaining.

About the Report:
Knowledge Partner: The newly released  report was prepared in partnership with the Indian Institute of Management (IIM-Ahmedabad), Gujarat as the knowledge partner.
Categorization of Outcomes: The report has categorized sectoral outcomes into four main groups: on-track (marked green), partial impact (marked yellow), Insufficient evidence of impact (marked orange), and data unavailable(marked light blue); providing a structured and comparative overview of the scheme’s progress across sectors.
Investment: As per the report, Together, PLI Schemes attracted investments of Rs 2.4 lakh crore (achieving 76% of the set investment target), generating production and sales worth Rs 22.66 lakh crore (64% of the target output) across all the 14 sectors.
On-Track PLI Schemes: The report showed that nearly 70% of the targeted segment i.e. PLI schemes in 4 sectors which includes Large Scale Electronics Manufacturing (LSEM); pharmaceutical drugs; telecommunications and networking products, and food products, have been “on-track”.

Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi Inaugurated Three Flagship Digital Initiatives of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan
In November 2026, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, Ministry of Education (MoE), inaugurated three flagship digital initiatives of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS): Artificial Intelligence (AI)-integrated Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK), KVS-Samvaad Parent Connect Application (App) and Web Portal, and KVS Alumni Connect Portal in in New Delhi, Delhi.

• The platforms are developed in-house by the Information Technology (IT) Services Cell of KVS Headquarters, in alignment with the objectives of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Digital India initiative.

About KVS Three Digital Initiatives:
AI-integrated VSK: It provides real-time dashboards, while ‘Samiksha’ AI Bot analyses Kendriya Vidyalayas’ (KVs) attendance, academic performance, infrastructure and admissions data, identify gaps and suggest timely interventions.
KVS-Samvaad Parent Connect App & Web Portal: Strengthens communication between Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and parents through digital access to attendance, academic progress, results, learning resources and records, online leave applications, and parent-teacher communication, reducing paperwork and school visits.
KVS Alumni Connect Portal: The platform enables former KV students to reconnect with their schools and batchmates, share experiences, mentor current students, provide career guidance and contribute to institutional development.

8th Edition of India–Myanmar Naval Exercise IMNEX-26 Begins in Andhra Pradesh
In November 2026, the Indian Navy (IN) and Myanmar Navy commenced the 8th edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (AP), from 10 to 14 November 2026, to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation, operational coordination and interoperability.

• The exercise began with an opening ceremony aboard Indian Naval Ship (INS) Rana on 10 November 2026, following the arrival of Myanmar Navy’s UMS King Sin Phyu Shin at Visakhapatnam.

Highlights of the  India–Myanmar Naval Exercise IMNEX-26:
Objectives:  IMNEX-26 aims to strengthen maritime cooperation between India and Myanmar by facilitating the exchange of professional expertise, improving mutual understanding and developing greater operational synergy.
Participating Warships:

• INS Rana: Rajput-class guided-missile destroyer of the Indian Navy.
• INS Sumedha: Saryu-class offshore patrol vessel of the Indian Navy.
• UMS King Sin Phyu Shin: Myanmar Navy warship participating in the bilateral exercise.

MAHASAGAR VISION: The exercise aligns with India’s MAHASAGAR vision, (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions), and reflects both navies’ commitment to maritime cooperation and a secure and stable regional environment.

O.P. Jindal Global University Signs 12 International MoUs to Strengthen International Academic Partnerships
In November 2026, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), an Institution of Eminence recognised by the Ministry of Education, signed 12 new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements with Universities and Institutions across 12 countries and five continents to strengthen international academic mobility, collaborative research, knowledge exchange and institutional cooperation.
About 12 New International MoUs:
Global Network: With the addition of these 12 partnerships, JGU’s international network has grown to over 625 partner universities and institutions across 85 countries.
Partner Institutions Across 12 Countries: The agreements were signed with University of Copenhagen (Denmark), University of Canterbury (New Zealand), Case Western Reserve University (USA), Swansea University (UK), Norwegian University of Life Sciences (Norway), University of the West Indies – St. Augustine Campus (Trinidad and Tobago), University of Guadalajara (Mexico), Toyo University (Japan), University of Fiji (Fiji), New Giza University (Egypt), Jigme Singye Wangchuck School of Law (Bhutan), and Southern Cross University (Australia).
Collaboration: The agreements provide a framework for student exchanges, short-term study-abroad programmes, collaborative teaching and research, specialised academic initiatives and broader institutional cooperation.

Union Minister Rajnath Singh Unveils Indigenous AI Applications Developed by IAF’s UDAAN
On 12 November 2026, Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD), unveiled a suite of indigenous Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications developed by the Indian Air Force (IAF) through its Unit for Digitisation, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Application Networking (UDAAN) in New Delhi, Delhi.

• The applications were launched during the Air Force Commanders’ Conference (AFCC) 2026, themed ‘The Year of Empowerment: Maximising Efficiency Through Decentralisation’.

Highlights of AI Applications:
Objective: To automate and expedite tasks across operations, administration and aerospace safety, enhancing operational efficiency.
Indigenous Innovation: The in-house AI applications mark a significant step in the IAF’s technology-driven transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and indigenous technological capabilities.
Secure Deployment: The applications have been deployed on the IAF’s secure network, marking a significant step towards technology-driven transformation and improved operational capabilities.
Inauguration: Union Minister Rajnath Singh, (MoD), inaugurated Divya Sanskriti Bhawan at the Brahma Kumaris’ Rajyoga Training Centre in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (UP), to promote spiritual development and meditation, coinciding with the 90th foundation year of Brahma Kumaris and 72 years of its spiritual services in Lucknow, UP.
About UDAAN: The IAF’s AI Centre of Excellence under UDAAN was inaugurated by Air Marshal Sandeep Singh, then Vice Chief of the Air Staff, on 10 July 2022 at Air Force Station Rajokri, New Delhi, Delhi to enhance AI-based operational capabilities.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

India and Sri Lanka Launch Innovation Forum in Colombo to Strengthen Startup Cooperation
On 12 November 2026, India and Sri Lanka launched the India–Sri Lanka Innovation Forum in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in the presence of Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, to strengthen bilateral cooperation in startups and technology, promote investment and convert joint innovation initiatives into commercial opportunities.
Highlights of the Innovation Forum:
Background: The launch followed Sri Lanka’s inauguration of its first Atal Tinkering Lab at Nalanda College, Colombo, Sri Lanka supported by India’s Atal Innovation Mission and Hemas Holdings to promote hands-on learning in robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), 3 Dimensional(3D) printing and design thinking.
Objectives: The forum aims to promote mentorship, investment, startup funding, business partnerships and cross-border market access by converting technology cooperation into commercial projects.
Participation:  The informal, business-led platform brings together entrepreneurs, startup founders, investors, incubators and established companies from India and Sri Lanka to strengthen business networking and collaboration.
Significance: The initiative seeks to transform bilateral innovation cooperation into practical business collaborations, investment opportunities and commercially viable projects.

India’s Skyroot Aerospace Signs MoU with Brazil’s Concert Technologies to Develop Satellite Launch Vehicle
In October 2026, Skyroot Aerospace, an Indian private space company signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazilian technology company Concert Technologies, to explore the joint development of a satellite launch vehicle capable of carrying payloads of at least 100 kilograms (kg) into low Earth orbit (LEO). 

• The MoU was signed by Rafael Mordente, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Concert Space, during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2026, held in Antalya, Türkiye. 

Details of the MoU:
Launch Vehicle Development: The proposed vehicle aims to bridge the gap between Brazil’s Microlauncher Programme (up to 40 kg) and Skyroot’s larger Vikram rocket family, with potential equatorial launches from Brazil’s Alcântara Launch Centre.
Technical Cooperation: The partnership will assess launch technologies, satellite systems, LEO constellations and commercial opportunities, with separate agreements required for investment and commercialisation. India–Brazil Space Cooperation: The MoU builds on longstanding bilateral space ties, including ISRO’s launch of Brazil’s Earth observation satellite Amazônia-1 aboard PSLV-C51 on 28 February 2021, while promoting private-sector participation in commercial space activities.
About Skyroot Aerospace: Hyderabad, Telangana-based company founded in 2018 by former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists Pawan Kumar Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka, launched India’s first privately developed space rocket Vikram-S (2022) and achieved its first orbital launch with Vikram-I (2026).

BANKING & FINANCE

TMB Celebrates its 105th Foundation Day in Thoothukudi, TN; Launches New Digital Banking Initiatives
On November 11 2026,  Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB), one of India’s oldest private sector banks celebrated its 105th Foundation Day under the theme “TMB @ 105- Celebrating a Legacy, Inspiring the Future!” at Manickam Mahal in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu (TN).
Key Details of Event:
Chief Guest: Vice President of India Chandrapuram Ponnusami (C.P.) Radhakrishan attended the event as Chief Guest.

• While addressing the event, VP Radhakrishnan urged TMB to aspire to become one of the leading private sector banks in India in the coming years.

Key Launches: During the event, TMB launched series of new initiatives such as: 

• Virtual inauguration of the bank’s new branch in Anna Nagar (Thoothukudi, TN); 
• A new credit card is designed to expand the bank’s retail financial offerings; 
• Smart Kiosk is designed as a self-service banking kiosk to modernize bank-customer interactions and streamline branch visits.
• TMB Vani, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered telecalling service is capable of communicating in 40 languages.
• Auto-reconciliation solution that aims to automate transactions and enhance operational efficiency.

RBI Issues New Domestic Money Transfer Directions, Proposes Restrictions on PE Firms’ Control Over Multiple NBFCs
In November 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the RBI (Domestic Money Transfer) Directions, 2026, consolidating existing instructions on domestic money transfers and allowing walk-in customers without a bank account at the branch to transfer up to Rs 50,000 in cash into a beneficiary’s bank account through NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer).
RBI’s Directions on Domestic Money Transfer:
Cash Pay-Out Service:  Banks are permitted to facilitate the transfer of money from a customer’s bank account to beneficiaries who do not have bank accounts through ATMs (Automated Teller Machine), Business Correspondents (BCs) or other authorised payment channels.
Transfer Limit: The maximum transfer limit is Rs 10,000 per transaction, subject to an overall monthly ceiling of Rs 25,000 per beneficiary.
Restrict PE Firm from Controlling multiple NBFC:
Restriction: The RBI under consideration to bring new rules to prevent Private Equity (PE) firms from holding controlling stakes in more than one Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC).
Ownership Limits: The RBI may restrict PE firms from controlling multiple NBFCs, with 15% or lower holdings facing lighter scrutiny. A 25% stake in listed companies generally triggers an open offer, while acquiring NBFC control or 26% or more equity generally requires prior RBI approval, subject to exceptions.

NPCI Introduces UPI Vyapaar Saksham Scheme to Promote Digital Payments Among Small Merchants
In November 2026, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) announced the launch of “UPI Vyapaar Saksham Scheme”, designed to expand Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance infrastructure among small merchants.

• The new UPI scheme will remain operational for 3 years from the date of implementation of UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR), which is yet to be notified.

About UPI Vyapaar Saksham Scheme:
Defines Small Merchants: The newly launched scheme has defined small merchants as those with maximum annual turnover of Rs 40 lakh in the previous year.
Coverage: The new scheme will mainly cover merchants in Tier-III to Tier-VI cities; NorthEastern (NE) states; Jammu & Kashmir (J&K); and Ladakh.
Funding: As per NPCI, the fund for the scheme will be created through a portion (i.e. 5%) of the MDR collected by issuing/acquiring banks and other UPI ecosystem participants.
Incentives: Component A (30%) offers Rs 300 per QR code and Rs 750 per soundbox; Component B (50%) provides 0.03% incentive for 5% Quarter-on-Quarter (Q-o-Q) growth; Component C (20%) offers 0.20% incentive on incremental transactions in targeted geographies.
Key Targets: Through this UPI scheme, NPCI targets to facilitate 6 lakh to 1 crore new physical QR codes deployments and 5 lakh to 10 lakh new soundbox installation annually.

ECONOMY & BUSINESS

SBI Research Projects India’s Q2 FY27 GDP Growth Rate at 7.8%, GVA Growth at 8-8.2%
In November 2026, the Economic Research Department (ERD) of the State Bank of India (SBI Research) released its Ecowrap report, projecting India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth at 7.8% in Q2 (July–September) of FY27, 60 basis points (bps) above the RBI’s estimate of 7.2%.
Key Projections:
Assessment Method: The projections are based on a Dynamic Factor Model (DFM) covering 54 high-frequency indicators across agriculture, industry and services.
Future Outlook: Real GDP growth is expected to moderate to approximately 6.9% in Q3 FY27 and 6.9% in Q4 FY27.
Gross Value Added (GVA): Projected to grow by 8–8.2%, while nominal GDP growth is estimated at 11–11.5%, reflecting stronger economic activity and price increases.
Leading Indicators: SBI Research identified strong growth in construction materials, commercial vehicle sales, non-oil exports and port cargo as major factors supporting economic activity.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Kutch Copper Becomes First Indian Producer to Receive Veramark Assurance Certification
In November 2026, Kutch Copper Limited (KCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), became the first Indian copper producer to receive Veramark Assurance certification, formerly Copper Mark, recognising its environmental, social and governance practices under an international responsible-production framework.
About the Certification:
Assessment: Independent third-party audits under the Veramark Assurance Responsible Production Framework and Joint Due Diligence Standard assess responsible production across copper, nickel and zinc value chains, with periodic reassessments to ensure transparency, accountability and continuous improvement.
Alignment: The certification aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12 (SDG 12) – Responsible Consumption and Production, promoting sustainable manufacturing and responsible sourcing.
Partnership: KCL signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chile’s Corporación Nacional del Cobre de Chile (Codelco) to explore the Kaburkaala copper project in the Calama copper belt, Antofagasta Region, northern Chile.
About KCL: Established in 2021, KCL operates one of the world’s largest single-location custom copper smelter complexes at Mundra, Gujarat, using advanced technology and digitalisation.  

APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

RBI Approves Appointment of Pratap Singh as MD & CEO of Fino Payments Bank for 3 Years
On 12 November 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the appointment of Pratap Singh as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Fino Payments Bank Limited for a period of three years, effective from 27 November 2026 or the date of assuming charge, whichever is earlier.

• Pratap Singh will succeed Interim CEO Ketan Merchant, who took over following Rishi Gupta’s voluntary early retirement in May 2026. 

About Pratap Singh:
Experience: Over 29 years of banking experience across India and the United Kingdom (UK), specialising in retail banking, Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) banking, liabilities management and digital transformation.
Key Position: Served as Head of Retail & SME Banking for the UK and Europe at ICICI Bank UK.
Previous Roles: Associated with ICICI Bank India, ICICI Bank UK and State Bank of India (SBI),UK.

NVIDIA Appoints Colette Kress as Interim CEO, Following Jensen Huang’s Resignation
On 12 November 2026, NVIDIA Corporation appointed Colette Kress, its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), as the Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the resignation of company co-founder Jensen Huang from the positions of President, CEO and Board Member, with immediate effect. 

• Colette Kress will continue as Executive Vice President and CFO until a permanent CEO is appointed.
• NVIDIA also appointed Harvey C. Jones as its first Chairman of the Board of Directors

About Colette Kress:
Profile: She has nearly 25 years of experience in finance roles at major technology companies, with expertise in financial strategy, planning, reporting and business development.
Experience: She worked at Microsoft from 1997 to 2010, serving as CFO of its Server and Tools division from 2006, before joining Cisco in 2010 as Senior Vice President(VP) and CFO of its Business Technology and Operations Finance organisation.
NVIDIA Career: She joined NVIDIA in September 2013 as Executive VP and CFO, leading its finance operations during the company’s transformation into a major supplier of processors for Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications and data centres.
About NVIDIA: Founded in April 1993, NVIDIA is headquartered in California, USA.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

ISRO Successfully Conducts Ground Static Test of Upgraded PSLV Third Stage at Sriharikota, AP
In November 2026, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a ground static test of the upgraded Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) third stage (PS3) solid motor at the Static Test Facility of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh (AP).

• The upgraded stage features a strengthened configuration, improved nozzle design and redundant sealing systems, following anomalies during the PSLV-C61/ Earth Observation Satellite(EOS)-09 and PSLV-C62/EOS-N1 missions. 

About the Ground Test:
Nozzle: Improvements were made to the nozzle configuration to enhance design margins, while mechanical interfaces were strengthened to improve the structural reliability of the PSLV PS3, with the adequacy of the revised design margins also verified.
Sealing: Redundancy was introduced in the sealing systems, and raw-material acceptance procedures were updated to strengthen the stage configuration and quality control.
Quality: Assembly procedures and quality checks were revised, while Non-Destructive Tests (NDT) were implemented during different phases of integration and transportation to improve the inspection and verification of critical components; the revised PS3 solid motor stage was successfully realised and tested.

OBITUARY

Renowned Social Activist and Padma Shri Awardee Bunker Roy Passed Away at 81
In November 2026, Padma Shri awardee and renowned Indian social activist Sanjit “Bunker” Roy, founder of Barefoot College in Tilonia, Rajasthan, passed away at the age of 81 in Tilonia, Ajmer district, Rajasthan.

• He was Born on June 30, 1945, in Burnpur in West Bengal(WB) and received the Padma Shri in 1986 for his contributions to social work and rural development. 

About Sanjit”Bunker” Roy:
Profile: A three-time national squash champion, he dedicated his life to rural development after witnessing the Bihar famine of 1966–67.
Foundation:  In 1972, Roy founded the Social Work and Research Centre (SWRC), popularly known as Barefoot College, in Tilonia, Rajasthan, to strengthen rural communities through sustainable development.
Empowerment:  Through the Solar Mamas programme, launched in 2000, Roy empowered rural women by training them as solar engineers to install and maintain solar lighting systems in their villages.
Achievements: By 2022, Barefoot College had trained 1,708 women from 96 countries, bringing electricity to over 75,000 households and benefiting more than 1 million people, alongside significant contributions to water conservation, education and healthcare. 
Recognition: Roy received the Jamnalal Bajaj Award (1985), Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement (2004), Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship (2005) and Clinton Global Citizen Award (2013); he was named among TIME magazine’s 100 most influential people (2010), while Barefoot College received the Blue Planet Prize (2011).

IMPORTANT DAYS

World Pneumonia Day 2026 – November 12
World Pneumonia Day 2026 was observed globally on 12 November 2026 to raise awareness about pneumonia, a preventable and treatable respiratory infection, and promote vaccination, early diagnosis and timely treatment, particularly among children under five and older adults. 

• 2026 Theme: “A New Era of Pneumonia Control”

Background:
First Observance: World Pneumonia Day was first observed on 12 November 2009, under the initiative of the Global Coalition against Child Pneumonia.
Global Support: The World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and Every Breath Counts Coalition support global efforts to prevent pneumonia-related deaths.

World Kindness Day 2026 – November 13
World Kindness Day (WKD) 2026 was observed globally on 13 November 2026 to promote kindness, compassion and empathy by encouraging good deeds and strengthening connections among individuals and communities worldwide. 

• 13 November 2026 marked the 29th observance of  WKD

Background:
Origin: The World Kindness Movement (WKM) originated at an international conference held in Tokyo, Japan, on 20 September 1997, bringing together kindness organisations worldwide.
First Observance: WKD was first observed on 13 November 1998.
Global Recognition: The movement has members in over 30 countries, including India, Australia, Canada and Japan.

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